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    A 2,600-year-old bronze Helmet is Found

    Found: Ancient Warrior’s Helmet, Owner Unknown A 2,600-year-old bronze helmet is found in the waters of Haifa Bay, in Israel. Wed Feb 29, 2012 10:03 AM ET Content provided by Owen Jarus, LiveScience Contributor THE GIST A Greek bronze helmet was found in the waters of Haifa Bay in Israel. The helmet is about 2,600 years old and likely belonged to a wealthy Greek mercenary. Covered with gold leaf (now somewhat corroded), this 2,600-year-old bronze helmet was discovered in the waters of Haifa Bay, in Israel.  Israel Antiquities Authority A Greek bronze helmet, covered with gold leaf and decorated with snakes, lions and a peacock’s tail (or palmette), has been…